Directions:
Going North On PCH. Go past Kanan Dume Rd. and past Heathercliff. Abou a mile later the next light is Busch Dr. Take a right on Busch Dr. then take a right on next street (Rainsford Pl). Then a left on Bonsall Dr. Stay on Bonsall all the way to a dirt road, (less than a mile). This takes you to the Parking lot below. There always seems to be places to park as this trail is a bit off PCH.
Total hike time at a leisurely pace (1 hour 15 minutes)
PARKING LOT
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TRAIL HEAD
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You'll see this sign as you start out. We have opted to stay on the Zuma Canyon Trail. (Beginner - Easy) This is a trail that follows the Canyon and crosses the stream bed several times. These pictures are in the dry season, Summer, and this would look very different during the rainy season.
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To the left there is an area that is being replanted with native plants.
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Right away you'll see a split in the trail.
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You want to stay to the right...
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This is a fairly shady trail with sections of openness and areas of shade.
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As you are travelling along there is another sign for The Canyon View trail This is an uphill climb and for another day... Stay straight forward.
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More lovely shade ahead...
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Pausing for a moment to stand in silence and listen to the hawks.
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This sign marks a scenic loop. You can opt to go on it now or like we did on the way back. It is a short loop off this trail through sycamores and comes right back on Zuma Canyon.
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Another fork in the road... go right.... Stay on Zuma Canyon...
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One of the many time you will cross a stream bed.
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When you see this large bolder you will be at trail end in about 10 minutes.
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Some of the beautiful flowers along the way.
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It gets rockier as you get to the end.
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and rockier....
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Trail end... a grove of Sycamore Trees. You can eat a picnic here sitting on the rocks under the shade. Or as we are doing we'll rest here for a moment and then head back to our car.
Time to trail end (45 minutes) strolling along.
Time back to car from here (30 minutes) a more determined walk.
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Heading out going back on Busch drive, make a right into the parking lot of the shopping center at PCH and Busch Dr..
Sit outside under the yellow umbrellas and order a pizza and drink at Spruzzo's Restaurant overlooking Zuma Beach. A cheap and cheer full spot frequented by locals.... Hope you enjoy!!!!
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